Florida Wins ‘Silver Shovel’ Awards, Thanks In Part To International Paper

June 9, 2015

Florida, through its primary economic development organization Enterprise Florida, has been awarded a Silver Shovel award by Area Development magazine for significant job creation and economic impact, thanks in part to International Paper in Cantonment.

Area Development’s annual Shovel Awards recognize state economic development organizations that drive significant job creation through innovative policies, infrastructure improvements, processes and promotions that attract new employers as well as investments in expanded facilities.

Projects recognized as part of Florida’s Silver Shovel award included International Paper “Corporate Headquarters Expansion” with 424 jobs retained, 12 new jobs and a $123 million capital investment.

Governor Scott said, “We are honored to receive this award which recognizes Florida as a great place for business. With a top-ranked workforce, low tax climate, reduced regulations, and a multi-modal infrastructure that supports record numbers of residents and visitors, businesses across all industries are growing and creating more opportunities for Florida families. More than 865,000 private-sector jobs have been added since December 2010 and we’re continuing to work every day to make Florida the global destination for jobs.”

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